TPS Access Control & Perimeter Security 3

Question 1

What is the purpose of a 'clear zone' around a perimeter fence?

Accepted Answer

To eliminate concealment and provide an unobstructed view for detection of intruders

Answer

A clear zone removes vegetation, debris, and objects near the perimeter fence that could conceal intruders or provide a climbing aid.

Question 2

Which credential type is MOST resistant to duplication or forgery in an electronic access control system?

Accepted Answer

Biometric identifier (fingerprint or retinal scan)

Answer

Biometric identifiers are unique to each individual and cannot be shared, lost, or easily duplicated like cards or PINs.

Question 3

A security officer notices an individual photographing the facility's access control panel. The BEST immediate response is to:

Accepted Answer

Approach, identify yourself, ask for the person's name and purpose, and report the activity

Answer

Security officers should contact and question suspicious individuals, document the incident, and report to supervisors while avoiding use of force unless legally justified.

Question 4

What does 'defense in depth' mean in perimeter security?

Accepted Answer

Using multiple overlapping layers of security controls to slow and detect intruders

Answer

Defense in depth uses multiple concentric security layers so that if one layer is breached, additional controls remain to detect or delay the intruder.

Question 5

Which lighting type is BEST suited for illuminating a large perimeter area at low cost?

Accepted Answer

Floodlighting

Answer

Floodlights produce broad, high-intensity illumination over large areas and are a standard choice for perimeter security lighting.

(TPS) Texas Private Security Certification Practice Test

(TPS) Texas Private Security Certification Practice Test

TPS Access Control & Perimeter Security 3